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When was McDonald's first founded?
History
McDonald's was founded in 1940 by brothers Maurice ("Mac") and Richard McDonald, who opened their fi... Read more
Is WebP better than JPEG?
Technology
Developed by Google in 2010, WebP is a next generation image format designed to reduce file size whi... Read more
What is the Difference Between a Sea and an Ocean?
Geography
The primary differences between seas and oceans are size, location, and degree of enclosure: Size... Read more
Should you replace the inner tube when changing tyres?
Motorcycles
Yes, it’s a good idea to replace the inner tube when you change the tyre. Tubes wear out over time... Read more
What date is Windows 10 End of Life?
Technology
Windows 10 will become EoL (End of Life) and stop receiving free software updates, technical assista... Read more
What is the meaning behind the Pet Shop Boys' 'Go West song?
Music
The Pet Shop Boys' Go West explores the pursuit of utopia through two intertwined interpretations:Ca... Read more
Why was Mary Queen of Scots executed?
History
Mary, Queen of Scots, was executed on February 8, 1587 at the age of 44, after being imprisoned by Q... Read more
Is A4 paper the same as Letter?
Technology
No, A4 and US Letter are similar in appearance but not the same size: A4 is 210 mm x 297 mm, making... Read more
What does it mean 'Redback'?
Currency
The term "redback" is a nickname for the Chinese yuan renminbi (CNY), similar to "greenback" is used... Read more
How fast is 4G?
Technology
4G (4G LTE) typical has a real world speed of around 20Mbps and theoretical speed up to 150Mbps. ... Read more